5 2 noun n noun
• a compound derived from ammonia by replacing hydrogen atoms by univalent hydrocarbon radicals
Example sentence • She added an amine to the reaction mixture to act as a catalyst.
8 3 noun n noun
• a general anesthetic and tranquilizer (not a barbiturate) that is administered intravenously or intramuscularly; used mainly by veterinarians or for minor surgery with geriatric or pediatric patients; taken in large doses it causes hallucinations similar to those associated with the use of PCP
Example sentence • The doctor administered ketamine to the patient before surgery.
8 3 noun n noun
• a white mineral; a common ore of zinc
Example sentence • My grandmother used to use calamine to treat her poison ivy rashes.
9 3 noun n noun
• amine formed from histidine that stimulates gastric secretions and dilates blood vessels; released by the human immune system during allergic reactions
Example sentence • An increase in histamine levels can lead to symptoms such as itching, redness, and swelling.
8 3 noun n noun
• a white crystalline organic base; used mainly in making melamine resins
Example sentence • Some kitchen countertops are made from melamine .
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• a medicine used to treat allergies and hypersensitive reactions and colds; works by counteracting the effects of histamine on a receptor site
Example sentence • I took an antihistamine to reduce my allergy symptoms.
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• a virility drug (trade name Vasomax) to treat erectile dysfunction in men
Example sentence • The doctor prescribed phentolamine to improve blood flow to the heart.
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Example sentence • The production of methylamine involves the reaction of methanol with ammonia.
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Example sentence • The doctor prescribed cholestyramine to treat the patient's high cholesterol.
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• any of several compounds containing chlorine and nitrogen; used as an antiseptic in wounds
Example sentence • Exposure to high levels of chloramine in swimming pools can cause respiratory irritation.
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• a soft cotton or worsted fabric with an open mesh; used for curtains or clothing etc.
Example sentence • She used etamine fabric to make a beautiful dress.
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• neuromuscular blocking agent (trade name Flaxedil) used as a muscle relaxant in the administration of anesthesia
Example sentence • The doctor administered gallamine to relax the patient's muscles during surgery.
9 3 noun n noun
• a simple protein found in fish sperm; rich in arginine; simpler in composition than globulin or albumin; counteracts the anticoagulant effect of heparin
Example sentence • The doctor administered protamine to reverse the effects of heparin.
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Example sentence • The hexamine tablet can be ignited to provide heat.
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• A heterocyclic amine found in both plant and animal tissue, where it is an intermediate in several metabolic schemes.
Example sentence • Some people use tryptamine as a recreational drug due to its hallucinogenic properties.
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• any of a group of chemicals including epinephrine and norepinephrine that are produced in the medulla of the adrenal gland
Example sentence • Epinephrine is a type of catecholamine that is released in response to stress.
11 4 noun n noun
• an amino derivative of glucose that is a component of many polysaccharides
Example sentence • Many people take glucosamine supplements to help manage joint pain and inflammation.
11 5 noun n noun
• a poisonous crystalline alkaloid (isometric with atropine but more potent); used to treat excess motility of the gastrointestinal tract
Example sentence • The doctor prescribed hyoscyamine to help relieve the patient's symptoms.
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• a molecule containing one amine group (especially one that is a neurotransmitter)
Example sentence • Deficiency in monoamine levels has been linked to certain psychiatric disorders.
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• a B vitamin that is essential for metabolism of amino acids and starch
Example sentence • Supplementing with pyridoxamine can help treat certain types of diabetes.
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Example sentence • Research suggests that ethanolamine can be used as an anti-inflammatory agent.
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• a complex inorganic compound that contains ammonia molecules
Example sentence • The ammine ligand is formed by replacing one or more hydrogen atoms in ammonia with a metal atom or ion.
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Example sentence • The doctor prescribed cysteamine to manage the symptoms of cystinosis.
6 2 adjective adj adjective
• not dangerous to health; not recurrent or progressive (especially of a tumor)
adjective satellite
• kindness of disposition or manner
Example sentence • The doctor reassured me that the tumor was benign .
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• a tricyclic antidepressant drug
Example sentence • The doctor prescribed clomipramine to help manage the patient's depression.
4 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• excavation in the earth from which ores and minerals are extracted
verb
• get from the earth by excavation
Example sentence • The coal mine was closed due to safety concerns.
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• antihistamine and antiemetic (trade name Dramamine) used to treat motion sickness
4 1 noun
• the cardinal number that is the sum of eight and one
adjective satellite
• denoting a quantity consisting of one more than eight and one less than ten
7 3 adjective adj adjective satellite
• extremely silly or stupid
Example sentence • His asinine behavior at the party embarrassed everyone.
7 2 noun n noun
• a variable color averaging a vivid red
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• of a color at the end of the color spectrum (next to orange); resembling the color of blood or cherries or tomatoes or rubies
Example sentence • She wore a beautiful carmine dress to the party.
9 3 verb v verb
• destroy property or hinder normal operations
Example sentence • He tried to undermine my confidence by spreading false rumors about me.
6 2 adjective adj adjective
• of or relating to or belonging to the genus Bos (cattle)
noun
• any of various members of the genus Bos
adjective satellite
• dull and slow-moving and stolid; like an ox
Example sentence • The cows were grazing peacefully in the bovine field.
6 2 noun, adjective n, adj adjective
• of or relating to a pointed conical tooth
noun
• one of the four pointed conical teeth (two in each jaw) located between the incisors and the premolars
Example sentence • My neighbor has a beautiful canine that loves to run in the park.
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• a bitter alkaloid extracted from chinchona bark; used in malaria therapy
Example sentence • The bitter taste of tonic water comes from quinine .
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• an alkaloid plant toxin extracted chiefly from nux vomica; formerly used as a stimulant
Example sentence • The poison control center received a case of strychnine poisoning.
4 2 noun, adjective n, adj adjective
• of textures that are smooth to the touch or substances consisting of relatively small particles
noun
• money extracted as a penalty
adverb
• an expression of agreement normally occurring at the beginning of a sentence
adjective satellite
• being satisfactory or in satisfactory condition
verb
• record a fine as a penalty in a police record
Example sentence • He had to pay a $100 fine for speeding.
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• line marking the upper limit of tree growth in mountains or northern latitudes
Example sentence • The hiker reached the timberline and set up camp for the night.
6 2 noun n noun
• A line at the head of a newspaper or magazine article carrying the writer's name.
verb
• To provide (an article) with a byline.
Example sentence • The journalist's byline appeared at the top of the article.
7 2 noun n noun
• a hose that carries air under pressure
Example sentence • The airline canceled my flight due to bad weather.
8 2 noun n noun
• the point in time at which something must be completed
Example sentence • The deadline for submitting the project is tomorrow.
6 2 adverb, adjective adv, adj adjective
• on a regular route of a railroad or bus or airline system
Example sentence • I prefer to shop online rather than going to the store.
8 2 noun n Example sentence • I love waking up to the warm sunshine in the morning.
9 3 noun n noun
• a card sent or given (as to a sweetheart) on Saint Valentine's Day
Example sentence • Will you be my valentine this year?
4 1 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• an average of n numbers computed by adding some function of the numbers and dividing by some function of n
adjective satellite
• approximating the statistical norm or average or expected value
verb
• mean or intend to express or convey
Example sentence • What is the mean of these numbers?
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• the seat within a bishop's diocese where his cathedral is located
verb
• perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
Example sentence • I have seen that movie before.
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